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Use-by-exception for proposed San Marco car lot continued after strong neighborhood opposition

5918204 · October 7, 2025
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Summary

The Planning and Zoning Board continued a request to allow a used-vehicle dealership at 241 San Marco Ave. after residents voiced traffic, safety, aesthetics and code-compatibility concerns and board members requested a fuller site plan and conditions.

The Planning and Zoning Board on Oct. 7 continued an application for a use-by-exception to allow a vehicle sales operation at 241 San Marco Avenue, following extensive public comment questioning traffic, safety and compatibility with the San Marco entry corridor.

Applicant Luis Garcia described plans for a small, "boutique high end" dealership, saying he would restore the existing building, improve landscaping and provide limited inventory. Planning staff advised the board that a used‑vehicle dealership is a use-by-exception in the CM2 district and that the board may approve the request if criteria are met.

Nut graf: Neighbors submitted multiple written objections and several residents spoke in opposition at…

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